1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 215 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Because 1999 Ferrari F50 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mini |
| Model | F50 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 50 L |
